Eaton, a global leader in intelligent power management, has begun construction of a new sustainable manufacturing and engineering facility in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The project, developed in partnership with the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), represents a major investment in advanced manufacturing and sustainable industrial growth in the region.

Spanning 36,000 square meters, the site will open in 2026 and is expected to create more than 700 jobs, including positions in engineering, research and development, and advanced manufacturing. The facility will serve as a regional hub for producing electrical and electronic components used in data centers, utilities, and commercial infrastructure across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Eaton said the project aligns with Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33, which seeks to position the emirate as a global center for advanced, sustainable manufacturing. “Our latest advanced manufacturing and engineering center will enable Eaton to meet growing demand for safe, efficient, and sustainable power solutions,” said Paulo Ruiz, Eaton’s Chief Executive Officer.

The facility will integrate 20 Industry 4.0 technologies, including artificial intelligence, to advance automation and operational efficiency. Designed to achieve LEED Gold certification, the site incorporates renewable energy systems and energy-efficient processes to minimize environmental impact.

Dubai officials described Eaton’s investment as a reflection of the city’s growing appeal as a global industrial hub. “Eaton’s investment reinforces Dubai’s emergence as a center for advanced manufacturing, powered by high-skilled talent and world-class infrastructure,” said Hadi Badri, Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Economic Development Corporation.

Jafza, operated by DP World, continues to attract international manufacturers seeking access to Dubai’s logistics and trade ecosystem. “We’re proud to welcome Eaton to Jafza as part of Dubai’s strategy to lead in advanced manufacturing,” said Abdulla Bin Damithan, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of DP World GCC.

The initiative underscores Dubai’s broader industrial goals, including a target to add $5 billion to the local industrial economy by 2030. With more than 700 manufacturing companies from 73 countries already operating in Jafza, the zone remains central to Dubai’s plans for sustainable economic diversification and innovation-driven growth.

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Oksana Bozhko

Oksana Bozhko is a Contributor to Dubai Voice.